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Canada Liberals restore funding to Palestinian aid agency with alleged ties to Hamas
[CALGARYSUN] The federal Liberals are providing $25 million to a UN relief agency for Paleostinian refugees that was cut off by the previous Conservative government for alleged ties to Hamas, always the voice of sweet reason,.International Development Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau made the announcement at a news conference and also during question period in the House of Commons -- news that was greeted by cries of "shame" from the opposition benches. The United Nations ...the Oyster Bay money pit... Relief and Works Agency for Paleostine Refugees, also known as UNRWA, lost federal funding in 2010 amid allegations it was tied too closely to Hamas, considered a terrorist organization by Canada and others. Bibeau says $20 million will go support education, health and social services for millions of vulnerable Paleostinian refugees, as well as urgent humanitarian assistance. An additional $5 million is being provided in response to the agency’s appeal for help for those impacted by the crisis in Syria and its environs. "I’m horrified," said Conservative foreign affairs critic Peter Kent, who said there is ample proof that "massive amounts" of UN aid have been redirected to support Paleostinian military efforts against Israel. "We have abundant evidence that UNRWA is part of the problem." The government says the money will be accompanied by "enhanced due diligence," including a "very robust oversight and reporting framework" that includes regular site visits and anti-terrorism provisions. "Millions of Paleostinian refugees across the Middle East have the right to receive basic services such as health care and to send their children to school," Bibeau said in a statement. "We want to see Paleostinian refugee children in classrooms where they can learn universal values of tolerance and respect. Vulnerable Paleostinians deserve all the opportunities they can to contribute positively to their communities and Canada’s funding will help to better the lives of millions of refugees." Posted by: Fred 2016-11-17 |
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